2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Lancia Delta
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Delta (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 26 kg more than 1999 Lancia Delta.
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, 1999 Lancia Delta (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Delta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
