1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Lancia Voyager
To start off, 2011 Lancia Voyager is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,777 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lancia Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lancia Voyager (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lancia Voyager should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lancia Voyager weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2011 Lancia Voyager (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Lancia Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2011 Lancia Voyager has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lancia Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Lancia Voyager | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5151 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1999 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3078 mm |
