2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | Xantia | Voyager |
Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |