1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 19 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), 2012 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 880 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.
Because 2012 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| 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 | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
