1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 11 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
