1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Toyota Corolla.
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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Corolla. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
