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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 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 176 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
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 | 1527 cc | 1579 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |