1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 19 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. Both 1993 Citroen Xantia and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 181 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Xantia | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
