1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. Both 1999 Citroen Xantia and 2007 SsangYong Kyron are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 681 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xantia | Kyron |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |