1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 15 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2008 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Quest |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
