1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury 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 312 kg more than 1990 Mercury 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Capri |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
