1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 4 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Xantia | 156 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
