1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 48 kg more than 1996 Venturi Cabriolet.
Because 1996 Venturi Cabriolet 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 1996 Venturi Cabriolet. 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, 1996 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Citroen | Venturi |
| Model | Xantia | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
