1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1989 Ford Capri
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.
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, 1989 Ford Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1989 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
