1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 7 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti (94 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Xantia | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73.4 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
