2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Nissan Terrano
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Nissan Terrano were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Terrano (152 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 621 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Terrano 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, 2008 Nissan Terrano (304 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Terrano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 152 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |