2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Seicento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Seicento would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 449 kg more than 2004 Fiat Seicento. 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Seicento. (85 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Seicento |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
