1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1992 Pontiac Sunbird
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Pontiac Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Pontiac Sunbird would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Pontiac Sunbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (111 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 107 kg more than 1992 Pontiac Sunbird.
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, 1992 Pontiac Sunbird (252 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Pontiac Sunbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1992 Pontiac Sunbird | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Xantia | Sunbird |
Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |