1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 8 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 2,501 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.7 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 Length | 4450 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
