1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 30 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
