1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 384 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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 (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 16.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
