1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2008 Dodge Nitro is newer by 13 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 575 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 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro 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, 2008 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Dodge Nitro | |
Make | Citroen | Dodge |
Model | Xantia | Nitro |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |