2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2007 Citroen Xsara and 2007 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 57 L |