1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 21 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
