1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 645 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (310 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Xantia | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
