1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1996 Rover 800 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 800 (174 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 800 weights approximately 201 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 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1996 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | Xantia | 800 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |