1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 657 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2779 mm |
