2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2002 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Xsara (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 150 kg more than 1999 Fiat Duna. 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, 2002 Citroen Xsara (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Duna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
