1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 695 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2895 mm |