1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 592 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.
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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego 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 Montego | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
