1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (109 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 312 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
