1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 354 kg more than 2009 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Mustang |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |