1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Maybach 62
To start off, 2012 Maybach 62 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 434 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1616 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 2012 Maybach 62 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 2012 Maybach 62. 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, 2012 Maybach 62 (899 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2012 Maybach 62 has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maybach 62 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | Xantia | 62 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 899 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 6165 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3828 mm |
