2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Nissan Tiida
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Tiida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Tiida would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Tiida (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Tiida should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Tiida. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Tiida.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Nissan Tiida | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Tiida |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 52 L |