1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2001 Fiat Duna is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 538 kg more than 2001 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (277 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2001 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xantia | Duna |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2945 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2370 mm |
