1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 683 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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 Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1241 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
