2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Nissan Presea
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Presea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Presea would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Presea (143 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Nissan Presea.
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, 1995 Nissan Presea (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Presea |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
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 | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2590 mm |