1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Seat Leon
To start off, 2010 Seat Leon 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Leon weights approximately 1 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.
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, 2010 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Leon |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
