2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 11 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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 Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Strada |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
