1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (164 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 620 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 1996 Plymouth Voyager 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. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Xantia | Voyager |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |