1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 12 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Elantra (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Elantra weights approximately 12 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.
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 (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xantia | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
