1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 35 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |
