1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 is newer by 12 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 3,653 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Hummer H3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hummer H3 weights approximately 742 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 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 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, 2009 Hummer H3 (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hummer H3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | Xantia | H3 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
