1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Because 2000 Samsung SM5 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 Samsung SM5. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Samsung |
| Model | Xantia | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
