1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2006 Nissan 1400 is newer by 13 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 1400 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2006 Nissan 1400 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 2006 Nissan 1400. 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 (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1397 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
