1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 14 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 194 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 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 2013 Cadillac ATS. 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Xantia | ATS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
