1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 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. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 459 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 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Murano |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |