1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 16 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Ford Focus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Focus |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |