1998 Citroen ZX vs. 2003 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2003 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Xterra (141 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Citroen ZX. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 560 kg more than 1998 Citroen ZX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Xterra 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, 2003 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen ZX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen ZX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen ZX | 2003 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | ZX | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1890 mm |
