1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 244 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 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Passat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1587 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
