2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 5 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 542 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.
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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Seville | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | Seville | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
