1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Sentra is newer by 14 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
