2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 8 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Strada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2011 Fiat Strada (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Strada |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
