1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 937 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91.4 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |