2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina is newer by 12 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Grand Livina weights approximately 222 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Grand Livina (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Grand Livina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Nissan Grand Livina | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Grand Livina |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
