1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 2 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. Both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 2001 Hyundai Trajet are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Trajet (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 309 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.
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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Trajet. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xantia | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
