2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (69 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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 @ 3300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Palio |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |