1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 12 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 676 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, 2007 Hyundai Trajet (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xantia | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
