1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Holden Vectra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (139 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 36 kg more than 1999 Holden Vectra.
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, both vehicles can yield 200 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1999 Holden Vectra has manual transmission. 1999 Holden Vectra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Xantia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
