1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 18 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Juke weights approximately 108 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, 2011 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Juke |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
