1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Materia 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. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 274 kg more than 2012 Daihatsu Materia.
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, 2012 Daihatsu Materia (120 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Daihatsu Materia | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Xantia | Materia |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |