1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is newer by 5 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 3,496 cc, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (377 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 TS weights approximately 202 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 TS (363 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 TS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Ferrari 355 TS | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | 355 TS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3496 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1690 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
