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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 @ 4000 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. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 139 kg more than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
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 | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
