2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 2 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 1,386 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Micra (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 36 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra.
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, 2007 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Micra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1386 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 46 L |