1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500

To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 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 Marcos Le Mans 500. 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 Marcos Le Mans 500 (447 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm). This means 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Citroen Xantia 1993 Marcos Le Mans 500
Make Citroen Marcos
Model Xantia Le Mans 500
Year Released 1993 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 4600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 0 HP
Torque 115 Nm 447 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.0:1
Top Speed 177 km/hour 271 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2280 mm


 

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