1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 396 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.
Because 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Xantia | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
