1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (594 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 520 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 113 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2006 Pagani Zonda 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 Pagani Zonda. 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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 624 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | Xantia | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 594 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
