2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Corolla (134 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (176 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 134 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |