1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 655 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |