2007 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 10 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (145 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 323 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Voyager. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Voyager | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Voyager | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
