1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Ferrari F355 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ferrari F355 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 Ferrari F355. 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 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | F355 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1350 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
