1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 246 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna. 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Duna. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | Duna |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |