1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 110 kg more than 2005 Rover 45.
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 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xantia | 45 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
