2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Panda weights approximately 127 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Panda. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Panda |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 30 L |
