1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2010 Fiat Siena is newer by 11 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Siena (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 6 kg more than 2010 Fiat Siena.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Siena. (74 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Siena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
