1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 10 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Titan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 523 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3560 mm |