1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Ibiza (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 486 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, 2012 Seat Ibiza (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
