2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla 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 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 9 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2009 Toyota Corolla (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Corolla will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Corolla | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Toyota | Citroen |
| Model | Corolla | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
