1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon 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 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 68 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
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) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon. (250 Nm). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xantia | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
