1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 18 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 59 kg more than 1994 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 Golf (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Golf |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |