2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Scion tC
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Scion tC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Scion tC would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Scion tC (158 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Scion tC.
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 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Scion tC | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | Xsara | tC |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
