1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 807 is newer by 14 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2009 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | 807 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
