1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 14 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, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio.
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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Clio |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
