1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 360 kg more than 1999 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 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Pontiac | Citroen |
Model | Trans Sport | Xantia |
Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |