1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 6 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora will offer significantly more control. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (205 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Bora |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |