1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 840 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
