2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 8 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Xantia | FX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5019 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
