1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2002 Fiat Siena is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 120 kg more than 2002 Fiat Siena.
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, 2002 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xantia | Siena |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |