1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Seat Leon
To start off, 2008 Seat Leon 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Seat Leon. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Leon weights approximately 86 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Seat Leon. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Seat Leon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Leon |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
