1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Honda Z
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Honda Z were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 376 kg more than 1999 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Honda Z | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Z |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 64 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |