1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 587 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 1998 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1998 Ford F-150 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. 1998 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | F-150 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |