1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 993 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Touareg |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2229 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |