1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (272 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 911 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 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 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Xantia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |
