1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (552 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 261 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.
Because 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Xantia | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
