1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 451 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2011 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
