2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Fiat Brava
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Fiat Brava were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 116 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Brava |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1301 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1160 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 63 L |