2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (347 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Nissan Maxima 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. 2006 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
