1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Morgan 4
To start off, 2002 Morgan 4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 425 kg more than 2002 Morgan 4.
Because 2002 Morgan 4 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 2002 Morgan 4. 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, 2002 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Xantia | 4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |