1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1994 Morgan 4
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Morgan 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Morgan 4 (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Morgan 4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1994 Morgan 4.
Because 1994 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 1994 Morgan 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1994 Morgan 4 (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Morgan 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 1994 Morgan 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Morgan |
Model | Xantia | 4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |