1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2001 Seat Toledo 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 2,327 cc, 2001 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Toledo (168 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 102 kg more than 2001 Seat Toledo.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Toledo. (220 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2327 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
