1994 Cadillac Seville vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Cadillac Seville (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 389 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, 1994 Cadillac Seville (405 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1994 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Cadillac Seville | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
Model | Seville | Xantia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4563 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 405 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1336 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |