1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 6 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 71 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Xantia | Bionic Car Concept |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |
