1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Opel Astra
To start off, 2012 Opel Astra 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, 2012 Opel Astra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Opel Astra.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Astra. (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Opel Astra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xantia | Astra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 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 | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2620 mm |