2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 209 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio.
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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Palio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
