1996 Citroen XM 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 XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. 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 XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Stilo |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 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 | 1280 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |