1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 17 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 578 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 2013 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX 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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Acura ZDX 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. 2013 Acura ZDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | Xantia | ZDX |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
