1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2000 Pagani Zonda 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pagani Zonda (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2000 Pagani Zonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Pagani Zonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pagani Zonda (569 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | Xantia | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1151 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
