2006 Citroen C4 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Citroen C4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 222 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C4 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C4 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
