1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1991 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1991 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 6 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lancia Dedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1991 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
