1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 10 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 279 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
