1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 74 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | C3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
