1996 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 10 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, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Palio II |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |