1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1994 Citroen Xantia and 1994 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Ford Laser. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 165 kg more than 1994 Ford Laser. 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 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Laser. (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Laser. 1994 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Laser |
Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |