1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 315 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.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
