1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Versa weights approximately 6 kg more 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 (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Versa. (151 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Versa |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
