1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Scion tC
To start off, 2013 Scion tC 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 2,494 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion tC (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion tC weights approximately 9 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 Scion tC 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 tC. 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, 2013 Scion tC (235 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Scion tC | |
| Make | Citroen | Scion |
| Model | Xantia | tC |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2700 mm |
