2010 Ford Edge vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1050 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 2010 Ford Edge is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Edge. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Edge (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Ford Edge | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Edge | Xantia |
Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2093 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2750 mm |