2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 530 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
