1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2001 Spyker C8 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. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 95 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
Because 2001 Spyker C8 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 2001 Spyker C8. 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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Spyker C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
Make | Citroen | Spyker |
Model | Xantia | C8 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 481 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1090 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |