1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Primera (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 300 kg more than 1994 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, 2005 Nissan Primera (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Primera |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
