1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 11 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1254 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
