1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 450 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.
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 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2003 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Passat |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |