1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2009 Nissan Livina 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Livina weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Livina. (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Livina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
