1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (123 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Presea weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1995 Nissan Presea (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Presea |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
