1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 304 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 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xantia | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
