1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,660 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2002 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 2002 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3660 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
