2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette 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 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 227 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Xantia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |