1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 146 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 Xterra 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 Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Xterra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |