1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1998 Dodge Stealth is newer by 2 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 295 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 1998 Dodge Stealth 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth 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, 1998 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
