1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 18 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 418 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Infiniti IPL 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. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Xantia | IPL |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |