1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 2,460 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle (172 HP) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle.
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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 2460 cc |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
