1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Golf (161 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 256 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Golf |
Year Released | 1993 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2480 mm |