1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 323 kg more than 1993 Ford Tempo. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Tempo. (171 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Tempo. 1993 Ford Tempo 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 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
