2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Contour (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 3 kg more than 1995 Ford Contour.
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, 1995 Ford Contour (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Ford Contour | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |