2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Ford Ka
To start off, 2002 Ford Ka is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 164 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Ka |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
