1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 is newer by 6 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. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 102 kg more than 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 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 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | R 390 GT1 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 637 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1098 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |