1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
