1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 306 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 72 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 306.
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, 1998 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xantia | 306 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |