1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Saxo (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
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 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Saxo | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 117 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2750 mm |
