1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2012 Opel Corsa 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Opel Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2500 mm |
