1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 10 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Materia. (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Materia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Materia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
