1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Mitsubishi SST
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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. Both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 1998 Mitsubishi SST are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi SST should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 218 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi SST.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi SST (296 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi SST will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 1998 Mitsubishi SST 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 Mitsubishi SST will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Mitsubishi SST | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Xantia | SST |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |