1999 Citroen XM vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 260 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
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 XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Palio. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Palio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
