2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Toyota Sera
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota Sera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota Sera would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Sera (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Sera should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 303 kg more than 1990 Toyota Sera.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Sera. (132 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Sera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Toyota Sera | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Sera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
