1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 12 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2008 Ford Ranger 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 2008 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Ranger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |