1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, both 1997 Citroen Xsara and 1997 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 71 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 1997 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
