1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2011 Nissan GT-R is newer by 12 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 497 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.
Because 2011 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 74 L |
