2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i10 is newer by 11 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i10. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 352 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i10. 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, 2001 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i10. (95 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xantia | i10 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3565 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1595 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
