1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 13 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 872 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, 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
