2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xantia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 400 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 Porsche 911 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (280 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xantia | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xantia | 911 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |