2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Punto. (68 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 537 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Punto |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1783 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |