1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 11 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 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 79 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 219 kg more than 1996 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| 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 | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
