1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 619 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 2002 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Explorer |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4016 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |