1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1993 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche Boxster (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster 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 Boxster. 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 Boxster (308 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche Boxster 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 Boxster | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | Boxster |
Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1250 mm |