1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 483 kg more than 1993 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Laser |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |