1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2005 Seat Ibiza is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Ibiza (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Ibiza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xantia | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
