1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 160 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
