1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 356 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xsara | i30 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
