2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Alpina B5
To start off, 2011 Alpina B5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B5 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B5 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 2011 Alpina B5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 547 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 2011 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Alpina B5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alpina |
| Model | Xantia | B5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2890 mm |
