1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2012 Dacia Logan is newer by 14 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dacia Logan weights approximately 110 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, 2012 Dacia Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Dacia Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | Xantia | Logan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |