1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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. Both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 2006 Toyota Avensis are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 59 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
