1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 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 2,277 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 1421 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fusion. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Fusion |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |