1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1994 Toyota Celica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Celica (169 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 139 kg more than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Celica. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
