2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Primera (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Primera weights approximately 33 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.
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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
