1991 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet Corsica weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 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, 1991 Chevrolet Corsica (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Corsica | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corsica | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
