2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (94 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 425 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 35 L |
