2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 14 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 6,760 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2009 Bentley Arnage 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 2009 Bentley Arnage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2009 Bentley Arnage (738 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Bentley Arnage has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Arnage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Arnage | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Arnage | Xantia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6760 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 738 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2750 mm |