1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 271 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.
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 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xantia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
