1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (150 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 186 kg more than 1999 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, 1988 Pontiac Bonneville (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1988 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1988 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Xantia | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2820 mm |
