2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 8 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo. 1997 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Stilo has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Stilo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Stilo | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
