1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 220 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 2009 Infiniti QX56 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 QX56 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 QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Xsara | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3140 mm |
