2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Celica (141 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 9 kg more than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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 Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
