1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2011 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 Jeep Compass.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Compass. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Compass.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Compass |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1656 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
