2007 Renault Vel Satis vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 Renault Vel Satis 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 2,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 358 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, 2007 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Renault Vel Satis | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | Vel Satis | Xantia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2956 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |