1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Seat Altea
To start off, 2006 Seat Altea 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Seat Altea weights approximately 375 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.
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 (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Seat Altea | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xantia | Altea |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |