1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 156 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Corolla (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Corolla |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |