1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Lancia Delta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. Both 1997 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Lancia Delta are equipped with a 1,580 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta.
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 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xantia | Delta |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |