2012 Hyundai i30 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 13 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, 2012 Hyundai i30 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 51 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.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Hyundai i30 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Citroen |
| Model | i30 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1371 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
