1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu YRV (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 512 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
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 (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | YRV |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
