1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 4 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 141 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna.
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 (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Fiat Duna | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Duna |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |