1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 14 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 2,778 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 457 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 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xantia | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
