2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1176 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2750 mm |
