1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 20 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), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 153 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Transit Connect. 2013 Ford Transit Connect 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. 2013 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1589 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 56 L |