1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1993 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Calibra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 142 kg more than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xantia (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1993 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xantia | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
