2005 Acura EL vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Acura EL is newer by 12 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Acura EL.
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, 2005 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura EL | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | EL | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
