1998 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2007 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. Both 1998 Citroen XM and 2007 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 210 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2007 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |