1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is newer by 8 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Transporter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Transporter should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 184 kg more than 1998 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 Volkswagen Transporter (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Transporter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Transporter |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |