1997 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Citroen XM (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Stilo |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |