2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 282 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 C5 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |
