1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Maxima (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
