1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Chevrolet Colorado

To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 18 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 222 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Colorado.

Because 2011 Chevrolet Colorado 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 2011 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Citroen Xantia 2011 Chevrolet Colorado
Make Citroen Chevrolet
Model Xantia Colorado
Year Released 1993 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2901 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1488 kg 1266 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 5270 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 3210 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 7.5 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 72 L