2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Nissan Note
To start off, 2008 Nissan Note is newer by 8 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, 2000 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Note. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Note. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 6 kg more than 2008 Nissan Note. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Nissan Note (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Note will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Nissan Note | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Note |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1239 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
