1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Seat Leon

To start off, 2010 Seat Leon is newer by 15 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 371 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, 2010 Seat Leon (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Citroen Xantia 2010 Seat Leon
Make Citroen Seat
Model Xantia Leon
Year Released 1995 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1759 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 142 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1285 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2580 mm