1985 Ford Sierra vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Sierra (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 55 kg more than 1985 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Sierra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Ford Sierra | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Sierra | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
