1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Holden Berlina
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Holden Berlina were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (229 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 264 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 Holden Berlina 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 Holden Berlina. 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 Holden Berlina (375 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Holden Berlina | |
Make | Citroen | Holden |
Model | Xantia | Berlina |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 375 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |