1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2007 Nissan Patrol is newer by 9 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1330 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 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol 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, 2007 Nissan Patrol (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Patrol |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2970 mm |