2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Toyota Yaris were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 82 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
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 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
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2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Yaris |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 73.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1248 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |