1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1998 Ford Scorpio is newer by 3 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1998 Ford Scorpio 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 1998 Ford Scorpio. 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 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |