2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2009 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Tacoma. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 79 L |
