1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Phedra is newer by 14 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 2007 Lancia Phedra are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Phedra (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 176 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lancia Phedra. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lancia Phedra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xantia | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
