1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ATS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 265 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 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Xantia | ATS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2776 mm |
