1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 719 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.
Because 2012 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2012 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |