1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Proton Gen-2
To start off, 2009 Proton Gen-2 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 Proton Gen-2 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Proton Gen-2 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Proton Gen-2. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Proton Gen-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Proton Gen-2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Xantia | Gen-2 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
