1998 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (54 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Panda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
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 | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |