2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 2001 Citroen Xsara and 2001 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 504 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Terrano II. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |