1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 12 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Micra. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Micra (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Micra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
