2006 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 263 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Five Hundred | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Ford | Citroen |
Model | Five Hundred | Xantia |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2750 mm |