2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 5 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 308 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, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Nissan | Citroen |
| Model | Xterra | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2750 mm |
