1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Daewoo Lacetti
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 301 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Daewoo Lacetti | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Xantia | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
