1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1997 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Peugeot 406 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 39 kg more than 1996 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, 1997 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 1997 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xantia | 406 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1762 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 |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |