2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1044 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 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara 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, 2006 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Navara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 403 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2124 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |