1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Fiat Brava
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Fiat Brava were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Fiat Brava. 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 Xsara (199 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Brava |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |