1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Micra weights approximately 272 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Micra. (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 46 L |
