1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 194 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 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |
