2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 220 kg more than 2007 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3949 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 395 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |