1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2009 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 10 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. Both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan X-Trail (137 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xsara (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan X-Trail. (198 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
