1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 16 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1151 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.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Patrol |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 135 L |