2005 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 2005 Alfa Romeo GT (163 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo GT | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | GT | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1745 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
