1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (101 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (139 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xantia | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.5 mm |
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 | 1074 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |