2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 380 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Carina |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |