1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Porsche 968 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 968 weights approximately 164 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 Porsche 968 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 Porsche 968. 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 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | 968 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |