2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 5 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Cube weights approximately 278 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.
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, 2010 Nissan Cube (172 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Cube |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
