1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xantia | R |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |