2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa is newer by 10 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 104 kg more than 2010 Nissan Versa.
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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Versa. (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xantia | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2601 mm |
