2004 AC Aceca vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2004 AC Aceca is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 AC Aceca weights approximately 276 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 2004 AC Aceca 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 2004 AC Aceca. 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, 2004 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 AC Aceca | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
