1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 114 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2670 mm |