1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Sentra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,506 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Sentra (165 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (244 Nm). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1253 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
