2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1091 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (273 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 141 L |
