1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 5 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2000 Skoda Octavia (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Xantia | Octavia |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |