2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2012 Fiat Ducato is newer by 12 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 198 kg more than 2012 Fiat Ducato.
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, 2012 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Fiat Ducato | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Ducato |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |