2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2000 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 609 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.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 2000 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2750 mm |
