1999 Citroen Xsara 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 Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
