1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avensis 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 83 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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avensis. (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
