1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Versa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
