1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 8 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, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 309 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit.
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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Fit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
