2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 543 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 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Murano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |