1993 Beijing BJ 212 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia

To start off, both 1993 Beijing BJ 212 and 1993 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. (87 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1993 Beijing BJ 212. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Beijing BJ 212 weights approximately 296 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.

Because 1993 Beijing BJ 212 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Beijing BJ 212 (181 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Beijing BJ 212 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Beijing BJ 212 1993 Citroen Xantia
Make Beijing Citroen
Model BJ 212 Xantia
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Size 2068 cc 1749 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 87 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 181 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1234 kg
Vehicle Length 3910 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2860 mm


 

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