2005 Citroen C4 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Citroen C4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra 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 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C4. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 348 kg more than 2005 Citroen C4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen C4 (215 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C4 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | C4 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
