1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (588 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | 550 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
