1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Ford F-150

To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 53 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 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150. 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 Ford F-150 (393 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Citroen Xantia 1999 Ford F-150
Make Citroen Ford
Model Xantia F-150
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1761 cc 4604 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 89 HP 128 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 393 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1245 kg 1298 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5740 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3520 mm


 

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