1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 11 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 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Infiniti FX 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. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | Xsara | FX |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 5019 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |