1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Nissan Primera
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 308 kg more than 1998 Nissan Primera. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Primera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
