2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Fiat Ducato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Fiat Ducato would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Ducato (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 802 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Fiat Ducato (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Xsara | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
