1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Fiat Doblo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Doblo is newer by 16 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Doblo. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 152 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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 Fiat Doblo (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Fiat Doblo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Doblo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
