2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Marea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Marea would be higher. At 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Marea |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
