1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Citroen C8
To start off, 2005 Citroen C8 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C8 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2005 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | C8 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1743 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
