1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Opel Vectra. 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, 2005 Opel Vectra (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xantia | Vectra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |