1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2012 Nissan Titan is newer by 13 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1030 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 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan 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, 2012 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2012 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xantia | Titan |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 4060 mm |