2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Toyota Sequoia
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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 106 kg more than 2006 Toyota Sequoia.
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, 2006 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 273 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |
