1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 347 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.
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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2004 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |