1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Bella | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
