1999 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 551 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 73 L |
