1999 Bugatti Chiron vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Bugatti Chiron is newer by 4 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 6,250 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (547 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti Chiron should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti Chiron weights approximately 872 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.
Because 1999 Bugatti Chiron is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Bugatti Chiron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Bugatti Chiron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Bugatti Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti Chiron | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Chiron | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6250 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
