2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Duna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
