1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 836 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. 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 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph 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. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Citroen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Xantia | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
