2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 905 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |