1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 712 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 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xantia | Rexton |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1972 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |