1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Ascari A10
To start off, 2010 Ascari A10 is newer by 11 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 538 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 56 kg more than 2010 Ascari A10.
Because 2010 Ascari A10 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 2010 Ascari A10. 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, 2010 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2010 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2010 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ascari |
| Model | Xantia | A10 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2636 mm |
