1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 94 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 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xantia | 220 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.6 mm |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |