1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1014 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will offer significantly more control. 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 Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 395 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |