1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Seat Toledo. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 50 kg more than 2004 Seat Toledo. 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 Seat Toledo (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Toledo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
