2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 9 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2009 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, 2009 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Panda |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
