2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1077 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 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Nissan Titan 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. 2007 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Titan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 2316 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |
