1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1042 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 Nissan Patrol is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Patrol (426 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Patrol |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2980 mm |