1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2000 Lancia Lybra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Lancia Lybra.
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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Lancia Lybra. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Lancia Lybra. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2000 Lancia Lybra has manual transmission. 2000 Lancia Lybra 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
