1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1948 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 15 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1948 Jeep Jeepster | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Jeepster |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
