2009 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 10 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 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 464 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.
Because 2009 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | MDX | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
