2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 182 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.

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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Xsara 2006 Toyota Corolla
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Xsara Corolla
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1793 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 127 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 91.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 212 km/hour 195 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.5 seconds 10.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1248 kg 1430 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 60 L


 

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