1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 11 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, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 518 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
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 (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xantia | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
