1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Mini MK VI
To start off, both 1994 Citroen Xantia and 1994 Mini MK VI were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1994 Mini MK VI. (41 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1994 Mini MK VI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 550 kg more than 1994 Mini MK VI. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mini MK VI. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mini MK VI.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Mini MK VI | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | Xantia | MK VI |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2040 mm |
