2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pickup is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 249 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2002 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Nissan Pickup (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Pickup |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1197 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |