2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 6 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Palio II |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |