2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (473 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 473 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1310 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |