1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 2 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 761 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort S8 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 1995 Donkervoort S8. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | Xantia | S8 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |