1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 725 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.
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 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Xantia | RX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
