1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
