1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 5 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (149 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
