2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sienna (333 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Sienna |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 266 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |