1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Vectra (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Vectra 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
