1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 1997 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 784 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 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 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, 1997 Infiniti QX4 (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 1997 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Infiniti QX4 | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Xantia | QX4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |