1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang.
Because 2009 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Mustang |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |