1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 448 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 42 L |
