1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 467 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xantia | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
