1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.

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 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Citroen Xantia 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Citroen Pontiac
Model Xantia Grand Prix
Year Released 1993 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 5326 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 155 Nm 438 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 5040 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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