1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 780 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
