2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 760 kg more than 2002 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol 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, 2005 Nissan Patrol (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Patrol |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2662 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |