2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Panda weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
