1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 876 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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 2007 Nissan Titan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2007 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Titan |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 2181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3560 mm |