1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Omega (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1993 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (220 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Opel Omega | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xantia | Omega |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |