2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 8 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Nissan Quest.
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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Quest |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1228 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |