1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corsica | Xantia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |