1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 11 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 340 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2006 Ford Ranger. 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, 2006 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
