1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 355 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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 Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xantia | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 444 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
