1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 531 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Xantia | Korando |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
