1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Panamera (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 566 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 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | Panamera |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2114 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1418 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |