2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 66 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (171 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1364 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |