1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 722 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
