1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 2012 Dacia Duster 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | Xantia | Duster |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2673 mm |