1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 74 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
