1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1989 Peugeot Oxia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Peugeot Oxia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Peugeot Oxia would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot Oxia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (671 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 562 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot Oxia weights approximately 69 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot Oxia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot Oxia 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, 1989 Peugeot Oxia (726 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 570 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot Oxia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1989 Peugeot Oxia | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | Oxia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 671 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 726 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1140 mm |
