1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 86 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78.9 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 | 1176 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
