1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (103 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 156 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy. (125 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
