1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 108 kg more than 1994 Italdesign Nazca.
Because 1994 Italdesign Nazca 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 1994 Italdesign Nazca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1994 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Italdesign Nazca | |
Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
Model | Xsara | Nazca |
Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 4988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 346 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |