2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Almera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Almera would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Almera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Almera (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Nissan Almera.
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, 1997 Nissan Almera (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 1997 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Almera |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
