1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-150 weights approximately 395 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 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 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, 2006 Ford F-150 (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 496 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3370 mm |
