1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 191 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 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Bora |
Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2324 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |