1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 13 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 342 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
