1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pagani Zonda (740 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 632 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 418 kg more than 2009 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2009 Pagani Zonda 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 Pagani Zonda. 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 Pagani Zonda (708 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Citroen | Pagani |
Model | Xantia | Zonda |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 740 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 708 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4886 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2785 mm |