1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 328 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava.
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, 1998 Fiat Brava (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | Brava |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |