1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 2006 Peugeot Partner is newer by 10 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 24 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot Partner. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Xantia | Partner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
