1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 230 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 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Jetta |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4644 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |