1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 12 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Strada.
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, 2008 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Strada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1247 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2720 mm |
