1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Seat Leon
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 115 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon 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, 2000 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
