1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 234 kg more than 2002 Morgan Aero 8.
Because 2002 Morgan Aero 8 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 2002 Morgan Aero 8. 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, 2002 Morgan Aero 8 (438 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Morgan Aero 8 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Xantia | Aero 8 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |