1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 557 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 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Mercury Sable 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 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xantia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |
