1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 8 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 2,286 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (109 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2286 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
