1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 10 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (161 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xantia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |