1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1998 Fiat Brava is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Brava (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 150 kg more than 1998 Fiat Brava.
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 Xsara (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Brava |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |