1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 7 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 750 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 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Terrano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |