1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 44 L |
