1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 19 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2012 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xantia | 3008 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2613 mm |