1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 350 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, 2007 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Croma |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
