1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayman (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 86 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayman 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 Porsche Cayman. 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 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Xantia | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
