1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1997 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Explorer (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Explorer weights approximately 666 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xantia | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2840 mm |
