1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (109 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer weights approximately 294 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.
Because 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 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, 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1973 Jeep Grand Wagoneer | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Grand Wagoneer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |
