2003 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (340 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 52 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2003 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1468 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
