2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 432 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Xsara | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
