2010 Fiat Panda vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 405 kg more than 2010 Fiat Panda. 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda. 1999 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Fiat Panda | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Fiat | Citroen |
| Model | Panda | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1107 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2750 mm |
