1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 161 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | Stilo |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |