2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 7 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C8. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 551 kg more than 1995 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C8 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
