1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 605 kg more than 1997 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Sharan |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |