1998 Buick Century vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Buick Century is newer by 3 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick Century weights approximately 177 kg more than 1995 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, 1998 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 1998 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Buick Century | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Century | Xantia |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |