1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Scion FR-S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 237 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Citroen | Scion |
Model | Xantia | FR-S |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |