1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Korando 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. 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 72 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 378 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1999 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1999 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xantia | Korando |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |