1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 2 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), 1998 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 168 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xantia | 406 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
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 | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 190 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 | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |