2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 181 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Nissan Moco is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco. 2001 Nissan Moco has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Nissan Moco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Moco |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
