1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 12 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 840 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.
Because 2005 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Durango |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 102 L |
