2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 153 kg more than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Because 1995 Toyota MR2 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 1995 Toyota MR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | MR2 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |