2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,664 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Terrano (123 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 600 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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 Nissan Terrano (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Terrano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 15.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |