2012 Volkswagen T5 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen T5 has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen T5 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:
| 2012 Volkswagen T5 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Citroen |
| Model | T5 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2750 mm |
