1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 608 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2003 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |