1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 807 is newer by 13 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 807 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 412 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2006 Peugeot 807 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (152 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 807 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
