1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2007 Nissan Almera is newer by 12 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Almera (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Nissan Almera.
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, 2007 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Almera |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
