1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic 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, 2000 Honda Civic 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 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
