1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 199 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 143 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
