2005 Bristol Fighter vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter 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 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 142 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 2005 Bristol Fighter 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 2005 Bristol Fighter. 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bristol Fighter | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | Fighter | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7992 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 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 | 1475 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 65 L |
