1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Seat Leon
To start off, 2012 Seat Leon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Seat Leon (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Seat Leon.
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 Leon (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Seat Leon 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 Leon | |
Make | Citroen | Seat |
Model | Xantia | Leon |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.4 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 | 1368 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |