1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Honda Fit
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 25 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Fit |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
