1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon weights approximately 59 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.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Mitsubishi Space Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xantia | Space Wagon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
