2006 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Infiniti Q45 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Infiniti Q45.
Because 2006 Infiniti Q45 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 Infiniti Q45. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Infiniti Q45 (452 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti Q45 | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Infiniti | Citroen |
| Model | Q45 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
