2003 Cadillac CTS vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS is newer by 10 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. At 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 342 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Cadillac CTS 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 2003 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS (346 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Cadillac CTS | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
