1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 119 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Maxima |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |