1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 216 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Jetta |
Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |