1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2009 Nissan Titan 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 5,549 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia.

Because 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Titan. 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 Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Citroen Xantia 2009 Nissan Titan
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Xantia Titan
Year Released 1995 2009
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 5549 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 135 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 106 L


 

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