1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac SRX (265 HP @ 6950 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 611 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, 2011 Cadillac SRX (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2011 Cadillac SRX 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. 2011 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Xantia | SRX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2807 mm |
