2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Nissan Primera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Primera (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Primera weights approximately 209 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Primera (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Nissan Primera | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Primera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |