1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 18 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ascari A10 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | Xantia | A10 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2636 mm |