2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Xantia | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3020 mm |
