1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 11 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
