1994 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 1 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 316 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, 1994 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1994 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
