2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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 (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2750 mm |
