2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2005 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 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. Both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Fiat Stilo are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Stilo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 285 kg more than 2000 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, 2005 Fiat Stilo (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Stilo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
