1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 39 kg more than 2011 Nissan NP300.
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 NP300 (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 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 NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
