1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (94 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 426 kg more than 1990 Rover 400. 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Xantia | 400 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |