2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Fiat Siena
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Fiat Siena were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Fiat Siena.
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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Siena. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Siena.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Xsara | Siena |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 160 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 20.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 16.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |