1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 257 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1231 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |