1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 20 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 836 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Quest |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
