1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 9 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 2008 Infiniti FX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Xantia | FX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
