1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 239 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 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2011 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xantia | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |