1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 125 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | S-10 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
