1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 10 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |