1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 192 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus.
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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (166 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Focus |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |