1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lincoln Mark VII would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 258 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 1990 Lincoln Mark VII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Lincoln Mark VII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Xantia | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
