2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Fiat Punto
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Fiat Punto were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Punto. (51 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Fiat Punto. 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, 2005 Fiat Punto (149 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Punto |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |