1999 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, both 1999 Ford Mustang and 1999 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 Ford Mustang 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 1999 Ford Mustang. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Mustang. (160 Nm). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Mustang. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Mustang | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
