2004 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia

To start off, 2004 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 312 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.

Because 2004 Cadillac CTS 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 2004 Cadillac CTS. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Cadillac CTS. (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Cadillac CTS.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Cadillac CTS 1999 Citroen Xantia
Make Cadillac Citroen
Model CTS Xantia
Year Released 2004 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2597 cc 2945 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 179 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 232 Nm 277 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.2 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.6 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1780 kg 1468 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2750 mm


 

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