1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 7 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Siena. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Siena. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Siena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
