2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2008 Fiat Punto and 2008 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Punto (131 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 300 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2008 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Fiat Punto | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Fiat | Citroen |
Model | Punto | Xsara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 54 L |