1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 252 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Quest |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
