1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1692 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2006 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. 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 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Ranger |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |