1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2007 Fiat Ducato is newer by 9 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 (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Ducato (109 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 1000 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Ducato |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 109 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |