1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 15 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 349 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xantia | 75 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
