1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 768 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe 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 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | Xantia | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 17.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 4.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 22 L |
