1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 506 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail 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 X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
