1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 20 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
