2002 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1994 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Blazer 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 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | 1994 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
