1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Ford Windstar
To start off, both 1995 Citroen Xantia and 1995 Ford Windstar were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Windstar (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Windstar weights approximately 305 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Windstar. (220 Nm). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Windstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Ford Windstar | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Windstar |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1920 mm |
