1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 38 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Altima |
Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |