1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1999 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 292 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. 1999 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
