2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 579 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.
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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (285 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
