1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 17 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. Both 1995 Citroen Xantia and 2012 Toyota Hilux are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 309 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
