1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Corvette and 1999 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Corvette (671 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Xantia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
Torque | 671 Nm | 153 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |