2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (69 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 30 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Fiat Palio | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Palio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |