2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 1995 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Carina. (131 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 585 kg more than 1995 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Carina. (183 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | 1995 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C-Crosser | Carina |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
