Citroen Xsara 2004 vs Toyota Corolla 2002

 
Citroen Xsara
2004 - 2005
Toyota Corolla
2002 - 2004
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 1.4 Diesel1.4 Petrol
Diesel (Citroen Xsara) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Toyota Corolla) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences."
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 68 HP97 HP
Torque: 150 NM130 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: n/a seconds12 seconds
Citroen Xsara engine produces 29 HP less power than Toyota Corolla, but torque is 20 NM more than Toyota Corolla.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data6.7
Fuel tank capacity: 54 litres55 litres
1030 km with real consumption780 km with real consumption
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 420'000 km280'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Citroen Xsara engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 8 years10 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Citroen C3, Peugeot 206, Citroen C2, Peugeot 1007Used also on Toyota Auris
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Citroen Xsara might be a better choice in this respect.
Hydraulic tappets: yesno
The Citroen Xsara engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.

Dimensions

Length: 4.37 m4.38 m
Width: 1.70 m1.71 m
Height: 1.42 m1.50 m
Citroen Xsara is smaller.
Citroen Xsara is 1 cm shorter than the Toyota Corolla, 1 cm narrower, while the height of Citroen Xsara is 8 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: no datano data
Turning diameter: 10.7 meters10.2 meters
The turning circle of the Citroen Xsara is 0.5 metres more than that of the Toyota Corolla, which means Citroen Xsara can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): no data1`000
Safety: no data
Quality:
above average

high
Toyota Corolla has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Citroen Xsara has serious deffects in 35 percent more cases than Toyota Corolla, so Toyota Corolla quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 8001200
Pros and Cons: Citroen Xsara has
  • timing belt engine
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • lower price
Toyota Corolla has
  • timing chain engine
  • more power
  • fewer faults
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