1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 13 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 877 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 2006 Dodge Ram 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 2006 Dodge Ram. 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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Ram |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 8276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 713 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 98 L |
