1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 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 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (400 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 98 kg more than 2004 Ferrari 360.
Because 2004 Ferrari 360 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 2004 Ferrari 360. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xantia | 360 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
