2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Fiat 500
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Fiat 500 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (68 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 319 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 68 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |