1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 98 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
