1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Renault Megane
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 1999 Renault Megane were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Renault Megane (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Renault Megane.
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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Megane. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Megane. 1999 Renault Megane 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 Renault Megane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xantia | Megane |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |