1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Citroen C5
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 9 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. Both 1997 Citroen Xantia and 2006 Citroen C5 are equipped with a 2,946 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 212 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (286 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 2006 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
