1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 De Tomaso Bigua were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 193 kg more than 1999 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 De Tomaso Bigua. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 De Tomaso Bigua | |
Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
Model | Xantia | Bigua |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 2945 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 277 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |