2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (176 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | BLS | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
