2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2012 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2012 Nissan NP300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
