1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 15 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 367 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Infiniti IPL has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Xantia | IPL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
