1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2003 Toyota Echo is newer by 10 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Echo (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 224 kg more than 2003 Toyota Echo.
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, 2003 Toyota Echo (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Echo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
