1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 3 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 242 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Xantia | Pajero |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2430 mm |