2005 Scion xA vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 6 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 190 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Scion xA | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Scion | Citroen |
| Model | xA | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
