1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 179 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 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (120 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
