1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Nissan Livina

To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina is newer by 14 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Livina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Livina should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Livina weights approximately 159 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2012 Nissan Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Citroen Xantia 2012 Nissan Livina
Make Citroen Nissan
Model Xantia Livina
Year Released 1998 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1580 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 133 Nm 153 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 73 mm 83.6 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 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1170 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 52 L


 

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