1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Porsche 993
To start off, both 1995 Citroen Xantia and 1995 Porsche 993 were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 993 weights approximately 77 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 1995 Porsche 993 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 1995 Porsche 993. 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, 1995 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Porsche 993 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | 993 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 347 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2280 mm |