2009 Cadillac DTS vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 Cadillac DTS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac DTS (292 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac DTS weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 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 DTS (391 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Cadillac DTS has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Cadillac DTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac DTS | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DTS | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2750 mm |
