1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, both 1995 Citroen Xantia and 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 747 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.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xantia | E420 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |