1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici 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, 2010 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Fiat Sedici | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Sedici |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
