2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Polo (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Polo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
