1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, 1998 Proton Perdana 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 Proton Perdana are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Proton Perdana (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 243 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
Make | Citroen | Proton |
Model | Xantia | Perdana |
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 | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |