2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 340 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
