1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xantia and 1998 Daihatsu Terios were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 1998 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Daihatsu Terios | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xantia | Terios |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |