1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 6 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 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. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 35 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
