2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Xsara | 993 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
