2006 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 11 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 2,403 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 460 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Captiva | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2403 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
