1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
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 Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 233 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
