2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 7 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 256 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500.
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, 2012 Fiat 500 (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |