1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ 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 20 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (89 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 400 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Toyota iQ (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota iQ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | iQ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2000 mm |
