1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Venza |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |