1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Sentra 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 6 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.
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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Sentra. (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Sentra |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |