1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (54 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 486 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Golf. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Golf |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
