1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Morgan 44
To start off, 2005 Morgan 44 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 1,788 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Morgan 44 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Morgan 44 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Morgan 44 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Morgan 44.
Because 2005 Morgan 44 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Morgan 44. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan 44 (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Morgan 44 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Xantia | 44 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1788 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |