1999 Oldsmobile Bravada vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 463 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 1997 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada has manual transmission. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Citroen |
Model | Bravada | Xantia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |