2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 11 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
