1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 2004 Fiat Barchetta 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (129 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 408 kg more than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. 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 (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Barchetta. (162 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Barchetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
