2001 Acura EL vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 2 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 9 more horse power than 2001 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2001 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Acura EL. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | EL | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
