1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Citroen C5
To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (58 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (115 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xantia | C5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
