2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 139 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor 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 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2001 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Condor |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1459 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |