1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 162 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | 911 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |