1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 1997 Citroen Xantia and 1997 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,480 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche Boxster (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | Boxster |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |