1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 466 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xantia | 100 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
