1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 4 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 49 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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 (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Rover City | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xantia | City |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
