1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 220 kg more than 2005 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 Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Palio. (141 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Palio |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.4 mm |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |