1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 7 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Nissan Almera.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Almera. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Almera |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
