2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Nissan Versa 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Versa (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Versa weights approximately 1160 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 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 Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Versa 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 Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
