1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2001 Nissan Almera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Almera. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Almera weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2001 Nissan Almera (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Almera |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
