1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Hyundai Satellite
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Hyundai Satellite were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,476 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. (85 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 518 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1999 Hyundai Satellite 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 Hyundai Satellite. 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 Hyundai Satellite (212 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Satellite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1999 Hyundai Satellite has manual transmission. 1999 Hyundai Satellite 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.
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1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Hyundai Satellite | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xantia | Satellite |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2476 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1854 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3090 mm |