2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2011 Fiat Strada is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Strada.
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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Strada |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
