1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 681 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Blazer | Xantia |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1234 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |