2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 4 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 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (210 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 751 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (334 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 73 L |
