1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 78 kg more than 1998 Venturi Atlantique.
Because 1998 Venturi Atlantique 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 Venturi Atlantique. 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 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | Citroen | Venturi |
Model | Xantia | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |