1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (187 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1344 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 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (430 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 2520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 96 L |
