1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1991 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 213 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 1991 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
