1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen 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, 1996 Nissan Rasheen (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Nissan Rasheen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 1996 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Nissan Rasheen | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Xsara | Rasheen |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2440 mm |