2006 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 7 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 172 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla. 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 (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
