1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 6 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 139 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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
