2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 555 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.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
