1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 2 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 2,283 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (74 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 22 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 1995 Nissan Serena 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 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (145 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Serena |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2283 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |