1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Skoda Fabia (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 155 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2004 Skoda Fabia (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Xsara | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
