1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2007 Skoda Fabia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 215 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, 2007 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Xsara | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
