1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2002 Lancia Zeta 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 310 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 (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lancia Zeta. (181 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xantia | Zeta |
Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |