1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Koenigsegg Agera
To start off, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Koenigsegg Agera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (927 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 835 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 43 kg more than 2012 Koenigsegg Agera.
Because 2012 Koenigsegg Agera 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 2012 Koenigsegg Agera. 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, 2012 Koenigsegg Agera (1,100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 900 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2012 Koenigsegg Agera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Koenigsegg Agera | |
Make | Citroen | Koenigsegg |
Model | Xantia | Agera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 927 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 1100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1333 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4293 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1996 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |