1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2007 Fiat Siena 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Siena. (68 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Siena weights approximately 10 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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Siena |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |