2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2010 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 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), 2010 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Ibiza (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 68 kg more than 2010 Seat Ibiza.
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, 2010 Seat Ibiza (246 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xantia | Ibiza |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
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 | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |