1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Ferrari 456
To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Ferrari 456 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ferrari 456 (435 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 207 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 1993 Ferrari 456 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 1993 Ferrari 456. 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, 1993 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1993 Ferrari 456 has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Ferrari 456 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Ferrari 456 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | 456 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
