1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 479 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Fusca.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Fusca |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |