1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Nissan Skyline
To start off, both 1995 Citroen Xantia and 1995 Nissan Skyline were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,569 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Skyline (271 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 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, 1995 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Skyline |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |