1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2009 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2009 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Venza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |
