1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 429 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 SsangYong Korando 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 SsangYong Korando 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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Xantia | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
