2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia

To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 690 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Nissan Pathfinder 1999 Citroen Xantia
Make Nissan Citroen
Model Pathfinder Xantia
Year Released 2003 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1761 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 238 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 360 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 95.5 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2750 mm


 

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