1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
