1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 17 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Stilo (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 61 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (256 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
