1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Lamborghini Cala
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Lamborghini Cala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lamborghini Cala would be higher. At 3,900 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Lamborghini Cala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (400 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lamborghini Cala should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 15 kg more than 1995 Lamborghini Cala.
Because 1995 Lamborghini Cala 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 1995 Lamborghini Cala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1995 Lamborghini Cala (316 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm). This means 1995 Lamborghini Cala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Lamborghini Cala | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | Xantia | Cala |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
