1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Lexus RX
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Lexus RX were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus RX (198 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus RX weights approximately 620 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 Lexus RX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 Lexus RX (283 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 1999 Lexus RX has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lexus RX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Lexus RX | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | Xantia | RX |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |