1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 641 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 2011 Jeep Liberty 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2011 Jeep Liberty 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. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | Xantia | Liberty |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2695 mm |