2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 5 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 385 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Palio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1240 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
