1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2011 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2011 Nissan Titan is newer by 15 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2011 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Titan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2011 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. 2011 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2011 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Titan |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 5551 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3560 mm |
