1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Seat Toledo.
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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Toledo. (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Toledo. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Toledo has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Toledo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xantia | Toledo |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |