1998 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 11 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 2009 Nissan NP300 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | XM | NP300 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
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 | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |