1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Contour would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 78 kg more than 1997 Ford Contour.
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 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Contour. (231 Nm @ 5625 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Contour.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Contour |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5625 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
