1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota RunX (183 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 276 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | RunX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
