1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Ascari A10
To start off, 2008 Ascari A10 is newer by 11 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 172 kg more than 2008 Ascari A10.
Because 2008 Ascari A10 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 2008 Ascari A10. 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, 2008 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | Xantia | A10 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2636 mm |