1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Neon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Neon.
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, 2000 Dodge Neon (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Neon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
