2001 Acura RSX vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2001 Acura RSX is newer by 8 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. Both 2001 Acura RSX and 1993 Citroen Xantia are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura RSX (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 146 kg more than 2001 Acura RSX.
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, 2001 Acura RSX (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura RSX | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RSX | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
