1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xantia | CL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |