2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 3 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 2007 Nissan 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 141 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
