1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 155 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
