1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 11 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 155 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 2007 Maserati GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maserati GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2007 Maserati GT has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati GT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Xantia | GT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
