2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Nissan Platina
To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Platina (109 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Platina should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina.
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, 2000 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Nissan Platina | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Platina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2480 mm |
