1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (134 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 109 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 206 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
