1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 702 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.
Because 2009 Lincoln Town Car 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 Lincoln Town Car. 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | Xantia | Town Car |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |