1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2010 Porsche Panamera is newer by 17 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Panamera (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 376 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 2010 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Panamera 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, 2010 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Xantia | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2918 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
