2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Versa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Versa would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Versa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
