1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 25 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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xantia | Passat |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |