1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 1996 Toyota Paseo 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 448 kg more than 1996 Toyota Paseo.
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 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Paseo |
Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |