1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 172 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xantia | 19 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
