2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Palio. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Palio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 990 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
