1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Honda Vamos
To start off, 2002 Honda Vamos is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 432 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda Vamos (149 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Honda Vamos | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Vamos |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 73 L |
