1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito 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 2,151 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (120 HP @ 1800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xantia | Vito |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |