1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2006 Fiat Strada 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 45 kg more than 2006 Fiat Strada.
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 (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Strada |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
