1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 33 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Sentra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |