2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (120 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
