2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Because 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
