1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Polo (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Polo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
