1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 1999 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. Both 1997 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (146 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail 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, 1999 Nissan X-Trail (136 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 136 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |