1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 786 kg more 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | T5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |