2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 331 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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 (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Panda |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1106 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |