2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 210 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
