1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 176 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (140 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
