2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 160 kg more than 2007 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Strada |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |