2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 342 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 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | GT-R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |