1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 14 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 689 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 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando 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, 2010 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xantia | Korando |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |