1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 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 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lancia Thesis (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 510 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.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xantia | Thesis |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 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 | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |