1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 307 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 307 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 126 kg more than 1994 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 307 (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia. 2007 Peugeot 307 has automatic transmission and 1994 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1994 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Peugeot 307 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 307 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
