1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 16 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 38 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xantia | i30 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |