2002 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2007 Fiat Palio II is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Palio II (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Fiat Palio II.
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, 2007 Fiat Palio II (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Palio II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Palio II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
